New 2026 Mercedes Benz GLA 250

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is offered in four trims: The FWD GLA 250, AWD GLA 250 4MATIC, and the performance-oriented AMG GLA 35. The GLA 250 models come equipped with a lively 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that churns out 221 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft of torque. This engine features a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, which gives a little extra kick during acceleration and helps boost fuel efficiency. It is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, with front-wheel drive as the standard setup and the option for 4MATIC all-wheel drive if you want that extra grip. When you step up to the AMG GLA 35, you will find that the same engine is fine-tuned to pump out an impressive 302 horsepower, and it comes equipped with AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive as standard. This model features an AMG SPEEDSHIFT 8-speed transmission and boasts an AMG Performance 4MATIC+ system that includes torque vectoring, giving you better grip and cornering capabilities. The GLA really shines when it comes to safety, with standard features like automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, attention assist, and active brake assist. If you are looking for even more, you can opt for driver assistance packages that include adaptive cruise control, active lane change assist, traffic sign assist, and 360-degree surround-view cameras.